mercredi 6 mars 2013

From Hungary, foldable electric scooter can be collapsed and carried like a rolling suitcase

Green auto maker Antro has created the Moveo, a lightweight
electric scooter that can be collapsed and carried like a rolling
suitcase.

Consumers have been familiar with foldable bicycles for a while now thanks to brands such as Brompton. Now, eco-friendly Hungarian automotive firm Antro, has taken the logical next step and has created the Moveo, a lightweight electric scooter that can be collapsed and carried like a rolling suitcase.
The company has spent the last five years refining the prototype,
getting the weight down to 25 kilograms and the top speed up to 45
kilometers per hour, with its battery charge able to take it 35
kilometers. The current model has stylish gold carbon-composite bodywork
and sleek design, while a full scooter seat has not been sacrificed.
When drivers reach their destination, the vehicle can be easily folded
and carried around using the extendable handle and caster wheels. When
folded, bodywork protects users from the machinery inside and the design
means that owners don’t have to look for a parking space or lock up
their vehicle. Rather they can carry it with them on alternative modes
of transport.
Much like the Hiriko Fold,
the Moveo reduces the amount of space vehicles take up on crowded city
streets and gives drivers more options when the scooter isn’t in use.
Antro hopes to get the Moveo into production early next year and is
currently looking for investors. Once it hits the market, consumers are
set to pay between USD 3,100 and USD 4,600, according to reports. Could your financial backing help bring this innovation to life?
Website: www.solo-duo.hu
Contact: info@antro.hu
Spotted by: Murray OrangeSource: Springwise